CHANGE LIVES

Make a lifelong Impact, Donate for a better tomorrow

We’re on a mission to empower outstanding journalism students to achieve their academic and career goals by removing financial barriers. While also developing programs and undertaking initiatives that will inspire, support innovation, create ethics, and promote excellence in the journalism field for students, professionals, and freelancers.

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scholarships

Merit-based scholarships for undergraduate and postgraduate students pursuing journalism.

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mentorships

Collaborative and assistive mentorship programs to guide, develop leadership, and teach new skills.

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grants

Encourage individual reporting and research for ambitious, impactful journalism projects.

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talk series

Bring renowned journalism academicians and professionals to inspire young minds.

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awards & prizes

Award journalists for impactful work and journalistic excellence in their areas.

“Giving is not just about making a donation. It is about making a difference”

Kathy Calvin

With Flexible Donations

At Danish Siddiqui Foundation, it is our emphasis to ensure our donors are assured of efficient donation processes for a hassle-free experience all along. For us, the donation is not just a one-off interaction but the start of a continuous association.

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Freedom to choose

Donate as per your choice and help students achieve their academic and career goals by removing their financial barriers

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Eligible for 80G Tax Exemption

Take action by making a tax-deductible 80G donation to Danish Siddiqui Foundation and save on your tax

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Make Grassroot Impact

Support journalism by empowering future journalists and encouraging value-based journalism for a better tomorrow

The foundation only accept donations from Indian Citizens. We do not accept foreign remittances as we are not registered under the FCRA Act.

Building Impactful Programs

In a responsible & transparent manner

Empowerment

Structured scholarship programs for journalism degree courses at government universities

Guidance

Tailormade mentorship support programs by professionals from leading media organizations

Merit Based

Industry-led independent jury panels for programs to ensure fairness in merit-based selections

Financial Transparency​

Transparency in financial reporting with audits and cross-check accountability mechanisms​

Spending Breakup

Allocation & Spending

Programs
80%
Management & Operations
10%
Fundraising
5%
Marketing
5%

Thematic Expenditure

Education
75%
Skill Development
12%
Research Projects
8%
Advocacy
5%